Bio-inspired soft robotics are making a splash in ocean research
By Yin Rocky On March 21, 2021 · Leave a Comment · In 2021 SP Team 27, 2021 SP Week 06, Biol. Discoveries translated into devices
New bio-inspired robots with soft, flexible parts might have the superpowers required to tackle the contemporary challenge of exploring and conserving ocean environments. Unlike their predecessors, such as the human-piloted Deepsea Challenger or the remote-controlled Hercules, these stealthy bots could navigate delicate environments by squishing into tight spaces, blending in with their surroundings or just treading lightly.
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